E-methanol: a fuel for the future
Reaching net zero targets requires significant decarbonisation. As industries transition to cleaner energy, e-methanol is emerging as a critical low-carbon fuel or low-carbon intermediate for reducing emissions in hard-to-abate sectors like shipping, aviation, automotive and heavy transport.
Johnson Matthey's eMERALD CO₂ to methanol technology is paving the way in sustainable methanol synthesis.
Delivering up to 143% a significant reduction in carbon emissions, eMERALD allows you to make e-methanol for longer with fewer interruptions, lower costs, and greater reliability.
The demand for e-methanol is rising.
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is targeting 40% reduction in carbon intensity of international shipping, and 5% zero/near-zero emission fuel
As demand accelerates, our technology enhances efficiency and provides proven reliability, backed by decades of expertise.
JM's CO₂ to methanol technology reduces the levelised cost of methanol production by 9% * making large-scale adoption more economically viable.
Johnson Matthey has been commercialising its CO₂ to methanol technology since 2011. Our eMERALD process provides a reliable solution to produce e-methanol at close to 100% conversion, from electrolytic H₂ and captured CO₂. Ensuring exceptional performance, enhanced efficiency, and providing lower carbon intensity when compared to conventional reforming.
Chosen for several groundbreaking projects, including HIF's Haru Oni project in Chile, where JM's eMERALD technology successfully supports the world's first operational e-fuels facility - converting wind energy into methanol.
At the heart of our solution is our specially formulated eMERALD 201 catalyst, designed for superior hydrothermal stability. Unplanned plant shutdowns can be expensive, potentially unsafe and disruptive, and our catalyst allows our customers' plant to continue running for longer, and with higher yields to reduce costly and unsafe downtime.
Why choose eMERALD CO₂ to methanol technology?
eMERALD CO₂ to methanol technology reduces the levelised cost of methanol production by 9% making projects more bankable and scalable.*
* based on a 100ktpa plant in China.
Other key benefits include:
~99% carbon and hydrogen efficiency, resulting in maximum feedstock utilisation to drive profitability.
Our specifically formulated catalyst with enhanced hydrothermal stability, allows you to make methanol for longer with fewer interruptions, lower costs, and greater reliability.
Tailored designs for a wide range of capacities and product quality requirements.
Leveraging advanced, integrated energy recovery systems to maximise methanol output with minimal input-even during intermitent operations. This reduces operating costs while ensuring sustainable and reliable production.
Commercially proven converter technology at a range of scales.
Low-risk, and easy to operate.
A renewable alternative to conventional methanol
E-methanol is ready to be deployed today. From shipping to aviation and automotive, its potential is vast.
Shipping and Marine Fuel
As a low-carbon alternative to conventional marine fuels, e-methanol helps the shipping industry meet stringent emissions regulations.
Aviation and Automotive
E-methanol can be further converted to sustainable fuels for the automotive and aviation sectors to produce e-gasoline and e-SAF.
Chemical and Plants Industry
E-methanol serves as a building block for various chemicals, providing more sustainable production of plastics, resins, and other materials.
Find out how JM is delivering an integrated, high-yield methanol-to-jet fuel, in an innovative partnership with Honeywell UOP.
Your partner for e-methanol production
eMERALD CO₂ to methanol technology is making decarbonisation a reality. Leveraging advanced integrated energy recovery systems to maximize methanol output with minimal input, even during intermittent operations—reducing operating costs while ensuring sustainable and reliable production.
